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Lowe

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Lowe (verb) means slang for "allow" — used to tell someone to let something go or not worry about it. Example: “Just lowe it, mate, it's not worth arguing over.”

verb

Slang for "allow" — used to tell someone to let something go or not worry about it.

"Just lowe it, mate, it's not worth arguing over."

"She told him to lowe the comment and move on with the night."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishInformal slang meaning to let something be or leave it alone — short for "allow it."

When to use it

Very informal, spoken slang; not used in writing or formal contexts.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Third person singular: Lowes
Past tense: Lowed

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Etymology

* As an English and Scottish surname, spelling variant of Low. * As a German surname, spelling variant of Löwe, Loewe. * As a Jewish surname/Yiddish surname, from German Löwe (“lion”). * Also as a Jewish surname, Germanized from Levy. * As a French-derived surname, from Old French lou (“wolf”). * As a Norse-derived surname, from Old Norse lágr (“low”) (as in "short"). * As a native English-derived surname, from Old English hlāw (“hill”) (a burial ground in this case). * Also a petname (clipping) of Laurence/Lawrence.

Origin: German

Synonyms

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allow let

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Rhymes for Lowe

owe Howe Rowe Crowe Stowe Marlowe

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Lowe” mean?

The word “Lowe” means slang for "allow" — used to tell someone to let something go or not worry about it. In plain terms, informal slang meaning to let something be or leave it alone — short for "allow it.".

How do you pronounce “Lowe”?

“Lowe” is pronounced loh (/loʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Lowe” in a sentence?

Here is “Lowe” used in a sentence: “Just lowe it, mate, it's not worth arguing over.”

What part of speech is “Lowe”?

“Lowe” is a verb.

Is “Lowe” a common word?

“Lowe” is an uncommon word in modern English.

What does it mean to tell someone to "lowe it"?

In slang usage, "lowe" is a way of telling someone to allow something, meaning to let it go or stop worrying about it. It functions much like saying "leave it" or "let it be."

Is "lowe" formal or informal English?

"Lowe" is informal slang, not standard or formal English. It would not be appropriate in formal writing or professional communication.

What is the difference between "lowe" and "allow"?

"Lowe" is a slang shortening used the same way "allow" is used to mean letting something happen or not worrying about it. The two are close in meaning, but "allow" is standard English while "lowe" is informal slang.

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